COMMUNICATING (WITH) Synonyms: 29 Similar Words

communicating (with)

verb

present participle of communicate (with)

as in contacting

to transmit information or requests to communicating with other ham radio enthusiasts

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Authorities allege Carter would order thousands of dollars’ worth of high-end fragrances online before contacting retailers to initiate returns.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
Add agents into the mix, who can easily circumvent rules that prohibit contacting the player, and chaos ensues.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026

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Despite some growing pains, Okot’s minutes have continued to increase, reaching a career-high 22 minutes in the July 11 game against Portland.

— Micahya Costen, AJC.com, 28 July 2026
The Rugby World Cup was 18 months away, and the pressure of turning one of the sport’s sleeping giants into a side capable of reaching the quarter-finals was starting to pinch.

— Daniel Gallan, New York Times, 27 July 2026

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